Thank you, Ian. People who argue one should not paint from a photograph should see this video. It will change their mind. It's really inspiring to see what a real artist can do. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
I've watched this a few times now, learning more each time. Thank you so much for your dedication to sharing with others what you know. It's much appreciated.
So then what *is* the point of drawing from observation instead of photos? Why is drawing from observation a class that is required in most college art programs (albeit taught very differently these days)? And why do we still draw still life set ups? The camera makes it easy, taking the place of traditional paper view finders, and does the work of trying to actually see and decide what you want in your composition, so couldn’t we argue that this is an exercise in photography and selective drawing from these photos? This is an acceptable way of working as a more advanced painter, but I am wondering how these skills can be taught to college freshman without using a camera as a crutch, and what your thoughts are on having them actually look at their subject matters and not photos.
A born teacher. Seems you are just instructing me. You make it and keep it so simple. I'm hoping it all sinks in one day. Thank you, thank you, thank you. Be well and take care. All the best for the new year.
Ian, no matter what an awful day (week? Month?) I'm having, your videos are really a balm to my soul. When you started the clouds (always my nemesis) I had to laugh in delight when you put the tiny touch of white at the top. Boom! There were the clouds. Thank you for doing these wonderful videos and sharing your expertise with us all.
Thank you Evan. This message brought a smile to my face. I have an older video from 4 years ago about how to paint clouds - it's about four minutes long. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-COqh39EyZQg.html&ab_channel=IanRoberts. I hope you enjoy it. All the very best.
Love your empowering affirmation that is the foundation of your pedagogy. They serve brilliantly your repeated theme to pay attention to the essential need for composition.
The best thing for me in 2023, was completing your Mastering Composition Course and experiencing the wonderful community you've built around it. Thank you for continuing to share your knowledge. Wishing you, Anne, and the TAs all the best for the festive season and the coming year 🙏
Thank you Ian, very, very much. Painting, as you shaw and comment, is poetry and music for eyes. Beauty is what I try to find- and you learn how to put it on canvas. Keep learining, we need You, and take care.
Ian, I can’t thank you enough for sharing all of your wisdom for free with us. Composition and the design process are the most fascinating and exciting parts or making art for me so your channel is one of my favorites. I hope you never stop making videos on the topic ! Thank you again
Oh no! I hope you've made a full recovery Ian, sad to hear you were feeling so poorly. Merry Christmas and all the best in the New Year! And as always, thanks for sharing your knowledge with us!
Many many thanks once again for all you do for all of us! So good to hear that reinforcing messages and examples you give us. Hope you can now rest and relax over the holidays, and of course get completely well from being sick. We will anxiously await your new video next month!
Thank you so much for your generous sharing of your knowledge. You are a great teacher. I've just ordered your book mastering composition. Apparently it will only get to Australia from USA in February. Wish you a wonderful new year.
Thanks Ian, very informative and what a nice painting that turned out to be even with your Covid haze! I wish you and your family a wonderful holiday season 🎄😊
Merry Christmas to you! I have enjoyed this year with you and have learned many new approaches. I have both books and love them! Thanks for helping us.
Happy Holidays Ian! I am just getting over Covid too, so I appreciated the term "wooly-headed' as a good way to describe the feeling. As always, great video.
Thank you Ian for all your 20 minute videos this year! They are a helpful gracious gift. I wish you and your wife a Merry Christmas and a joyful new year!
Thank you for all the videos and content that you have provided this year. I always look forward to watching your channel and have been following it regularly since 2020. Best wishes to you and your family and hope you have a wonderful holiday and new year!
Thank you so much, Ian, for working to get this video made while you weren’t feeling well. So glad you are feeling better🙏🏼 your way of teaching is beyond valuable. I love your books and will be ordering some for Christmas gifts! Have the best time celebrating the Holidays and Merry Christmas to you and Anne and family!
Thank you so much - I am feeling much better, luckily. Delighted you enjoy my books and will be passing them along as gifts - thank you. Merry Christmas and happy holidays to you and your loved ones too
Thank you for sharing your brilliant knowledge on composition, color and value. I am heading over to Amazon now to get your book, “Mastering Composition.”
Merry Christmas Ian , really enjoyed this video , great instruction as always , I will need some time later for the study , Christmas prep is in the forefront! Thanks Craig
Another informative video that I much appreciate. Thank you for another great year on the road to mastering composition. I so appreciate the dedication you have shown (even through a bout of covid). Hope you are feeling better and that you and Ann have a lovely holiday season and healthy, productive and fruitful 2024!
It always helps seeing someone demonstrate what they are explaining and that is why your videos are so interesting, insightful, eye opening and helpful. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge - it is very much appreciated! Glad to see you are recovering and I hope you have a very Merry Christmas.
Thank you for a great video! You make it so simple and clear to understand ! I hope you are feeling much better and I wish you and your family all the best for the holidays! ❤😊
Ian have a terrific holiday season. So sorry you got Covid [I’ve had it twice and it’s no fun]. Glad you’re on the mend. Your painting turned out beautifully. Thank you for ❤ sharing.
I have learnt so much from you Ian, in the course and otherwise and will continue to learn 😊 wish you and Anne a Merry Christmas and a very happy and creative new year ☺️
Great video. Very clear information for interpreting a photo reference. The way you break things down is so helpful. Thank you and best wishes for this Holiday Season.
